Real World Problems

Front

What is the formula to calculate the total savings over a period of time?

Back

Total Savings = Amount Saved per Period × Number of Periods.

Front

If Chris saves $8 every 2 weeks, how much does he save per week?

Back

He saves $4 per week.

Front

How do you determine the total number of weeks needed to save a specific amount?

Back

Divide the total amount needed by the amount saved per week.

Front

What is the rate of work if Devon does 3 math problems every 2 minutes?

Back

The rate of work is 1.5 math problems per minute.

Front

How many math problems can be solved in 1 hour if the rate is 1.5 problems per minute?

Back

90 math problems.

Front

What is the cost per bag of Takis if 3 bags cost $5?

Back

The cost per bag is $5 / 3 = $1.67.

Front

How do you calculate the maximum number of items you can buy with a fixed budget?

Back

Divide the total budget by the cost per item.

Front

If Angelo has $20 to spend and each bag of Takis costs $1.67, how many bags can he buy?

Back

He can buy 12 bags.

Front

What is the reading rate if Aryon reads 4 books every 3 weeks?

Back

The reading rate is 1.33 books per week.

Front

How do you find out how long it will take to read a certain number of books at a specific rate?

Back

Divide the total number of books by the reading rate.